Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe People's KitchenIrish Coffee Recipe

Irish Coffee Recipe

Time15m
Serves1

Make Irish Coffee Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Beverage Base

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Brew the Coffee

    Brew a cup of your favorite coffee using a coffee maker, French press, or any preferred method. Make sure it is hot.

  2. 2

    Mix the Coffee and Whiskey

    In a heatproof glass, combine the freshly brewed coffee, Irish whiskey, and granulated sugar. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Topping

  1. 3

    Prepare the Cream

    In a separate bowl, lightly whip the heavy cream until it thickens slightly but is still pourable. You want it to be able to float on top of the coffee.

  2. 4

    Assemble the Irish Coffee

    Carefully pour the whipped cream over the back of a spoon onto the coffee mixture to create a layered effect. This helps the cream to float on top.

  3. 5

    Garnish

    Sprinkle a little cocoa powder on top of the cream, and place 1-2 coffee beans for garnish.

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